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Grass Covered Mouse is Always Greener

Technabob — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:43:42 +0000

We’ve seen some strange computer mice over the years, and here’s a new one to add to the pile of unusual mousing devices. This one is covered with grass.

Created by Japanese artist Hanaoka, the Siva mouse is part of a series of grass-covered objects he’s produced for the world to enjoy. This mouse is just one of many grassy items that Hanaoka has created over the years, and while the grassy mouse it’s not currently for sale, there are a variety of other grass-covered stuffs over at his website. As an added bonus, 50% of the proceeds from his product sales go to a non-profit group called Shibafu Spirit, which helps bring live greenery to Osaka’s schoolyards.

While I’m not sure about the practicality of this thing, I really do appreciate the concept of bringing a bit of nature to our drab, fluorescent-lit cube farms now and again. Also, I don’t know if it’s a good idea to pour water on your mouse either.

[via Crave and Craziest Gadgets]

Put Your Plants in Tetris Pots

Alisha K. — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:30:34 +0000

If you can manage to keep potted plants alive, they might as well be in Tetris planters. Really, what else are you going to put them in? This gorgeous project is classy and cool.

Hmm. Better with or without the grass?

The grass is nice, but those planters could hold almost anything (delicious candy! paper clips!) in style. But whatever you’d like to use them for, I’m sure you’ll agree: I thought they would be bigger.

Heartbreaking.

[Tetris pots via Gamer Grrlz]

Grassy Lawn Charging Station Keeps Your Gadgets Juiced Up, Requires No Mowing

Technabob — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:08:34 +0000

I’ve been waiting a really long time to buy some sort of box for concealing all my gadget A/C adapters and cords, and I think I’ve finally found the one that I want sitting on my counter. This has to be the best looking electronic gadget charging station – ever.

The Grassy Lawn Charging Station looks just like what it says – your front lawn. Your gadgets gracefully nestle between the tall blades of green artificial turf as they get charged by the hidden cords underneath the surface. Just connect any ordinary multi-outlet extension cord into the base and plug all your portable electronic devices into their charging cables through the grassy lawn on top. The container measures 11″(w) x 7″(d) x 4.35″(h), which should be enough to hold at least 3 or 4 typical chargers and their cables.

It’s available from ThinkGeek for $24.99 (USD). Just remember not to water, mow or fertilize this lawn, as your gadgets would not appreciate it.